Ezra

Drawn from the experiences of screenwriter Tony Spiridakis, Ezra rings true from the moment we meet this spirited 11-year-old and his parents Max (Cannavale) and Jenna (Byrne). Though they’re divorced and have clashing ideas on what’s best for their son, Max and Jenna love Ezra with all their hearts. Max is a stand-up comedian – and when an opportunity arises in L.A., he takes Ezra along for a cross-country ride that changes everyone’s lives. Spiridakis’ beautifully observed script, Tony Goldwyn’s sensitive direction and a superb cast – including De Niro as Max’s gruff father, plus Whoopi Golberg, Rainn Wilson and Vera Farmiga – make this a tender, humorous and poignant road movie to remember. Neurodivergent child actor Fitzgerald is sensational in the titular role.